Brad Keselowski's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Racing
Brad Keselowski's Sports Injuries Table
| Type | Area | Date | Consequences | Content | How It Happened | Recovery Duration | Rehabilitation Details | Impact On Career | Psychological Impact | Previous Injuries | Return To Competition | Severity | Treatment | Medical Staff | Long Term Impact | Preventive Measures | Competition Missed | Initial Symptoms | Re Injury Risk | Support System | Rehabilitation Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ankle Injuries | left ankle | 2011-08-02 | Severe sprain and bruising of the left ankle. | Keselowski's car hit the wall at high speed due to a brake failure, resulting in a sprained left ankle and significant bruising. He was airlifted to a nearby hospital for evaluation. | During a testing session at Road Atlanta, Keselowski's car suffered a brake failure, causing a high-speed crash. | 6-8 weeks | Rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE), and physical therapy. | He missed some practice sessions but continued to compete in races. | Increased caution during testing sessions. | None reported in the same area. | Continued to race with limited mobility. | Severe | RICE, physical therapy. | NASCAR medical team, orthopedic specialist. | Increased awareness of safety protocols. | Enhanced braking system checks. | None | Severe pain, swelling, and bruising in the left ankle. | Moderate, if not fully healed. | Team support, family, and medical staff. | At home and team facilities. |
| Back Injuries | lower back | 2014-09-13 | Lower back strain and bruising. | In a multi-car crash at Chicagoland Speedway, Keselowski's car was hit from multiple angles, causing a strain and bruising in his lower back. He was evaluated and treated on-site by the NASCAR medical team. | During the Geico 400 at Chicagoland Speedway, Keselowski was involved in a multi-car crash. | 2-4 weeks | Rest, physical therapy, and pain management. | Minimal, as he continued to race with some discomfort. | Increased focus on core strength and flexibility. | None reported in the same area. | Immediately, with some discomfort. | Moderate | Rest, physical therapy, pain management. | NASCAR medical team, physical therapist. | None reported. | Core strengthening exercises. | None | Pain and stiffness in the lower back. | Low, with proper rehabilitation. | Team support, family, and medical staff. | At home and team facilities. |
| Foot Injuries | left foot | 2013-04-26 | Minor fractures in the left foot. | Brad Keselowski sustained minor fractures in his left foot during a practice crash at Richmond. Despite the injury, he continued to race and competed in the Sprint Cup event the next day. | During a practice session at Richmond International Raceway, Keselowski's car crashed into the wall. | 4-6 weeks | Wearing a protective boot and undergoing physical therapy. | Minimal, as he continued to race despite the injury. | Determined to continue racing despite the pain. | None reported in the same area. | Immediately, with protective measures. | Moderate | Protective boot, physical therapy. | NASCAR medical team, personal physician. | None reported. | Improved car safety measures. | None | Pain and swelling in the left foot. | Low, with proper rehabilitation. | Team support, family, and medical staff. | At home and team facilities. |
Brad Keselowski's Sports Injuries Videos
Keselowski: Throw another bad block, and I'll wreck you
Brad Keselowski expresses his frustration after getting tangled up in a huge wreck at Daytona, stating that he needs to wreck more people to stop them from throwing bad blocks. He warns other drivers that if they throw another bad block, he'll drive through and cause a wreck.
Brad Keselowski's Worst NASCAR Crashes
Many drivers experience bad crashes, but Brad Keselowski seems to have more than his fair share. This video highlights 10 of his worst and most unusual wrecks in chronological order. It starts with his early crash at California Speedway, where he hit the wall hard and got airborne. Another notable incident was when Carl Edwards retaliated against Keselowski, causing his car to flip—one of the hardest hits in NASCAR history. The video also covers his rivalry with Carl Edwards and a series of unfortunate events, including brake failures and chaotic pile-ups. The final crash discussed is the dramatic end to the 2021 Daytona 500. Despite these incidents, Keselowski continues to be a significant figure in NASCAR.
